July 2018 Great Falls Group Cascade Update
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Calendar of Significant Events
July 8
- Take Action on Energy Strategy
July 21
- The Youth Climate March
July 21
- National Parks & Rec Month
July 24
- Reinventing Power
July 25
- Greenhouse Gas Drivers of Change Work Session
Aug 1
- Next Issue of
Cascade
Sept 7 & 8
- Virginia Environmental Assembly in Williamsburg, VA
Sept 28 & 30
- Annual Gathering
Oct 6 & 7
- Green and Solar Homes Tour
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Take Action on County Operations Energy Strategy by July 5
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Since early this year, the
Clean Energy for Fairfax Now Campaign
of the Great Falls Group has been involved in extensive advocacy on the draft Fairfax County Operational Energy Strategy released in February.
This Energy Strategy is crucial because it sets energy goals for the county in managing its own buildings, vehicles, and other operations. These include goals for renewable energy, energy efficiency, green buildings, electric vehicles, and electronic equipment.
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Unfortunately, the Energy Strategy
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reviewed by County’s Environment Committee on June 12 and scheduled for a vote by the Board of Supervisors in July
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is seriously flawed.
The Great Falls Group needs your help to advocate for improvements in this Energy Strategy
by July 8th! To find out how, click below:
And if you would like to
support further research or advocacy to promote aggressive county energy and climate strategies
please contact
Norbert
with the subject line "Energy Strategy".
Special Thanks to Debra Jacobson for continuing her extensive work on this project
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The Youth Climate March
July 21
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DETAILS:
In Washington, DC, youth will march on the National Mall to reiterate the demands that they delivered to our leaders during The Youth Climate Lobby Day. People of all ages will rally to highlight the voices and stories of youth on the front lines of the climate crisis. Then, we will flood the streets to demonstrate youth power and show how #ThisIsZeroHour to act on climate change.
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July is Parks and Rec Month
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On Saturday, July 21, the Fairfax County Park Authority will celebrate
National Parks and Recreation Month
with free open house events across Fairfax County. Stop by one of the free events and find that "A Lifetime of Discovery" awaits you in Fairfax parks.
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Film —
Reinventing Power: America's Renewable
Energy
Boom
July 24
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WHEN
: Tuesday, July 24, 7-8:30 PM (6:30 PM for snacks)
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DETAILS
: Join us for a film screening of
Reinventing Power: America's Renewable Energy Boom
. This inspiring film takes us across the country to hear directly from the people making our clean energy future achievable. These individuals are working to rebuild what’s broken, rethink what’s possible, and revitalize communities. These stories are proof that America does not need to choose between keeping our lights on and protecting our communities from sources of pollution.
CONTACT
: Catherine Carver
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Sponsor
: Sierra Club Great Falls Group)
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July 25th GHG Drivers of Change Work Session
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WHO:
Climate, Energy, and Environment Policy
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CEEPC) and Built Environment Energy Advisory Committee (BEEAC) Members
WHAT:
Greenhouse Gas Drivers of Change Work Session
WHERE:
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Offices, 1st Floor Training Center
WHEN:
July 25th, 2018, 10 am – lunch (provided)
If you are interested and would like to travel together, please contact
Norbert
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More details will be provided later.
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Homeowners Wanted for This Fall's Tour of Solar and Green Homes
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WHEN
: Open house Tour is on Saturday and Sunday, October 6&7 11 AM-5 PM.
CONTACT
: Call Charlie Garlow at 301-312-7703 if you have questions. Or, sign up by sending your information to
John.essig@mases.org
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DETAILS
: This is the metro area's annual non-profit educational event to let folks see real solar homes and ask questions of real homeowners
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not just salespeople. You can also show off electric cars, water barrels, radiant floor heating, and any other green features that you want to share. In addition, electric vehicle owners would be willing to show their cars at your home if you want them to add to your green features. This is a chance to share your knowledge and experiences with others who are eager to Go Solar.
SPONSORS
: Mid-Atlantic Solar Energy Society (MASES) and Maryland, DC, Virginia Solar Energy Industries Association (MDV-SEIA)
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Annual Gathering - Sierra Club / Virginia Chapter
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DETAILS:
Every year, Sierra Club members and supporters from all parts of Virginia spend a weekend together eating, drinking, dancing, learning, playing, hiking, enjoying nature, and networking. Events include a variety of programming options ranging from organized hikes and other outdoor activities to campaign workshops and presentations from experts and the Virginia Chapter staff
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and much more!
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Interested in more events?
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